Dr Shaddai Tembo is a lecturer in early childhood studies (UK and China) at Bath Spa University and an associate lecturer at the Open University. He is a trustee for…
The importance of language, vocabulary and communication in the Early Years is interwoven throughout the new statutory framework and represented under the guiding principle of enabling environments.
We often think…
Imaginative play is more than just a fun activity for children. Still, it also plays a significant role in their language development.
When children engage in imaginative play, they create…
Language development is highly complex, with many different tiers and levels. In this blog, Hayley Winter (@allaboutearlyyears) breaks down what each tier is.
Tier 1 – Basic Vocabulary Tier one…
Early writing, or even writing for all ages, can be daunting for many students. But there are some simple tips you can use to ease the pressure off individuals to…
These recordable talking metallic gold stars have so many uses; below are 5 ideas for using them.
Record a special positive message to send home to share with parents I…
Dr Sharon Colilles is Senior Lecturer in Early Childhood Studies at Bath Spa University, a Trustee on Froebel Trust Council, Vice Chair on the Executive for Early Childhood Studies Degrees…
Described as the UK’s leading ‘super manny’, Londoner Joss Cambridge-Simmons is taking modern childcare to the next level. Joss is the founder of ‘Jossy Care’, a specialist childcare enterprise that…
Kerry Murphy is an Early Years lecturer and consultant, specialising in wellbeing, behaviour and special educational needs. She is a lecturer at Goldsmiths, University of London, and works with a…
Laura Henry-Allain MBE is an award-winning international storyteller, educationalist, producer and consultant. She is the creator of the characters of the well-loved JoJo and Gran Gran series, developed and produced…
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